Question

If a flag pole is 20ft tall how tall will the shadow be and how do you calculate it. I really need help thanks I'll give medals.

Answer 1

well you need something to either compare it with, that will form similar triangles or an angle...

Answer 2

I don't see how to do this with one given.

Answer 3

The measurements of my height under the flag pole

Answer 4

ok... do you know the shadow length?

Answer 5

Yes My height was 7 feet

Answer 6

so the diagram would look like



now solve for s

Answer 7

Ok thanks and s=28 ft

Answer 8

yes, if you where 5 ft

Answer 9

yes I am, thanks so much!

Answer 10

glad to help